Repairs and Replacements

Parts

Tesla only sells parts that have been tested for safety. Tesla vehicles are fully tested and certified as an entire assembly. Each part plays a role in the overall operation of the vehicle and is optimized for fit, function, safety, and structural integrity. Only Tesla-approved parts should be used when performing repairs on Tesla vehicles.

Tesla does not support using any third-party replacement, used, or recycled parts because Tesla cannot confirm that these parts will not adversely affect vehicle safety. Tesla may sell certain used or reconditioned parts that Tesla has inspected and/or tested for safety and performance.

Warning
The use of third-party replacement, used, or recycled parts might compromise vehicle integrity and occupant safety.
Warning
The use of third-party replacement, used, or recycled parts might adversely affect safety features and corrosion prevention treatments.
Warning
Always use the correct torque values as given in this Manual.
Warning
Locking devices, where specified, must be fitted. If the efficiency of a locking device is impaired during removal, it must be replaced.
Warning
The terms of the vehicle warranty may be invalidated by the fitting of third-party replacement, used, or recycled parts
Note
third-party replacement, used, or recycled parts are not covered under any warranty by Tesla. The use of these types of part might also cause other related components to not be covered under warranty.
Note
All Tesla recommended parts have the full backing of the vehicle warranty.
Note
Tesla Stores are obliged to supply only Tesla recommended parts.

Software

Tesla-developed diagnostic and calibration software is designed and tested to Tesla specifications. Tesla is not involved with the creation, production, or certification of third-party diagnostic software and interfaces, which may compromise vehicle systems and/or occupant safety. Tesla recommends the use of only Tesla-developed diagnostic and calibration software, available from the vehicle touchscreen, or through subscription from service.tesla.com.